My 2025 goal for RJsMosaic of Life is to fill in important holes in my life experience. To that end, here is one of those times. But, it absolutely needs a life story to explain it. One of the things associated with my deafness is that I have only a visual sense of balance. If I close my eyes and try to walk, I will … Continue reading Mosaic of Life #155 – Snowbound
I think this mosaic was the last time that I had to plow my 400′ driveway. It was at least 8 inches of snow that day. I was a 66 year-old youngster at the time, so I was up to it. My 25hp Craftsman tractor with a 54″ blade did the job in under an hour. I can’t say for sure, but there were only … Continue reading Mosaic of Life #138 – Maybe The Last Time…
It seems like it was yesterday that I was watching the Spring flowers bloom. But, with the temps going done into the low 40s again, I know winter is on the way. This picture was taken in January 2007. Winters here in the Midwest were much more severe then than they are now. Continue reading Mosaic of Life #128 Fluffed Up For Winter
This picture was taken in January 2014 This picture was taken at our 21-year homestead that I left almost 3 years ago. Due to my deafness and resulting loss of balance, snow was always a hazard for me. Over my life I have taken a half-dozen serious falls while attempting to navigate these conditions. Despite the broken ribs and back compression fractures, this is one of my … Continue reading Mosaic of Life #47 – A Favorite Homestead Picture
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